NORTHWEST NAZARENE

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF NURSING

Nursing Faculty – Full-time (On-site Only Position)

College of Nursing

The mission of the College of Nursing is to provide a quality nursing education and prepare nurses who excel in clinical practice by providing patient and family centered care in the context of Christlike behavior. NNU’s College of Nursing offers the following degree programs:

• Pre-licensure RN Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• RN to BSN program - online 
• MSN in Leadership & Education - online
• MSN Family Nurse Practitioner - online 

The BSN and MSN programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. 

Description of Position

We are seeking an experienced RN to join the full-time faculty in our pre-licensure RN program. This individual will actively participate in the College of Nursing embracing the vision of a commitment to excellence in a student-centered environment. The work of the nurse educator at NNU is a calling to servant leadership with a focus on serving others.

Essential Functions

• Teaching face to face classes in the pre-licensure RN program.
• Collaborating with colleagues in the healthcare community and university as appropriate.
• Engaging in course development and curriculum revisions as indicated.
• Precepting undergraduate students in the clinical setting.
• Developing, revising or engaging in simulation learning activities.
• Academic advising of undergraduate students.
• Serving on nursing accreditation and assessment committees.
• Providing meaningful serve to the community and to the profession.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current experience in acute care medical/surgical setting or closely related specialty
• Earned Master’s in Nursing Education
• Experience in nursing education
• Evidence of a Christian commitment and church involvement

Preferred Qualifications

• Earned Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) or PhD in related field
• Experience in nursing education in academic or acute care setting
• Certified Nurse Educator Certification (CNE)
• Experience developing and teaching courses in face to face or online environment

Compensation

The salary is determined by the educational background and experience of each applicant. Full-time faculty will be offered access to a benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance for employee and family, life and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending plan, health savings account, tuition benefits for employee and dependents, opportunities for professional development, sabbatical experiences, and a retirement program.

Application Process

Please provide the following in order to be considered for the position:

• A complete curriculum vitae (CV)
• Cover letter
• Personal Spiritual Pilgrimage
• Membership in a Christian community of faith
• Philosophy of Christian Higher education
• Philosophy of Teaching
• Official Transcripts (unofficial transcripts will be accepted, however if offered the position we will need official copies)